Part-Time Academic (COMM 1101: Introductory Accounting I - Financial) - Winter 2027

A Part-Time Academic is needed to teach the following course in the Winter term from January to April 2027 – COMM 1101 Introductory Accounting I (Financial).

The course consists of two weekly meeting on Tuesday and Thursday, 10:05-11:25. A final examination may be scheduled during the subsequent examination period in the last two weeks of April.

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices used by accountants in processing and communicating data, both within and outside the organization. Emphasis is on financial accounting and reporting used in the measurement and reporting of an organization’s operating, financing and investing activities to external users. Students will develop an understanding of basic financial accounting methodologies, and develop the analytical and procedural skills related thereto; as well as understand the information content of conventional financial statements, and the inherent limitations of accounting data. The organizational context includes business and not-for-profit settings. The coverage includes an examination of the accounting process, basic issues in financial reporting, and the financial statement disclosure requirements.

The Part-Time Academic will be responsible for the organization of the course, preparation and delivery of appropriate teaching and evaluation materials, student assessment, and assurance of learning. The Part-Time Academic shall also hold two additional hours of office hours per week for direct consultation by students, for which office space will be provided.

This is a position with a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, excellent communication and dedication to student success.

• A Canadian CPA designation and/or a Master’s degree in Management, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field is essential.
• Candidates must also have demonstrated good knowledge of the specific subject matter, and completion of a PhD, a PhD in progress and prior teaching or related work experience in practice are considered to be strong assets.
• Preference will further be given to candidates with experience or interests in creating innovative pedagogical materials that can also incorporate principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA).

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.